1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari GTO | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTO | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 904 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |